LaSalle Network has partnered with a premier, mission-driven organization in Barrington, IL to identify a dedicated and proactive Executive Assistant to join their team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on a beautiful, expansive 80-acre campus with a tight-knit team focused on community, hospitality, and service.
If you are a self-starter with a welcoming spirit, a professional demeanor, and a knack for managing multiple projects seamlessly, we would love to connect with you!
What You Will Do
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Executive Support: Schedule calendar meetings for the Executive Director and assist both the Executive Director and Director of Operations with daily administrative duties.
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Board Relations: Manage communications, scheduling, and event coordination for the Board of Directors.
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Hospitality & Communication: Greet guests warmly, answer phones, and effectively communicate across diverse generations and demographics by phone, in writing, and in person.
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Database & Report Management: Update database records, enter detailed information, and generate/export comprehensive reports.
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Office & Project Management: Manage and organize multiple deadline-driven projects simultaneously. Attend weekly team meetings to capture and distribute detailed minutes.
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Operations & Supply Chain: Purchase office supplies, maintain equipment, run occasional errands, and manage the on-site Resource Center by ordering books and prayer resources.
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Culture & Events: Bring the team together by planning periodic staff outings, parties, and internal meetings.
What You Need to Succeed
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Schedule: Ability to work fully in-person, Monday through Friday (~40 hours per week), with flexibility for a few evenings and occasional weekends to support meetings and special events.
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Experience & Education: Relevant professional office experience is required; a bachelor's degree is highly preferred.
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Communication Skills: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with a strong eye for grammar, proofreading, and spotting typos.
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Technical Savvy: Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Google Suite (Docs, Sheets, Gmail).
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Language: Fluent in English; knowledge of conversational or professional Spanish is a plus.
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Physical & Logistics Requirements: A valid driver's license for running occasional errands and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs of office supplies (books, paper, etc.).
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Demeanor: A service-oriented, can-do attitude, paired with the utmost discretion and ability to handle confidential information.
What's In It For You?
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Stunning Work Environment: Work every day on 80 acres of beautiful, peaceful grounds alongside a deeply mission-driven team.
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Financial Security: Competitive compensation package $50k-$60k base salary and a 403B retirement plan with a company match.
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Health & Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus life insurance and long-term disability coverage.
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Work-Life Balance: 11 paid holidays, plus generous paid vacation and personal time.
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Perks: Free lunch provided on most workdays!
Are you ready to bring your administrative expertise to an organization that truly makes an impact? Apply today!
Cas Ngiramowai
Recruiting Lead
LaSalle Network
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LaSalle Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer m/f/d/v.
LaSalle Network is the leading provider of direct hire and temporary staffing services. For over two decades, LaSalle has helped organizations hire faster and connect top talent with opportunities, from entry-level positions to the C-suite. With units specializing in Accounting and Finance, Administrative, Engineering, Marketing, Technology, Supply Chain, Revenue Cycle, Call Center, Human Resources and Executive Search, LaSalle offers staffing and recruiting solutions to companies of all sizes and across all industries.